Danny Ardoin, probably the single most-ridiculed player in the Rockies organization on this here website, was designated for assignment last night. His roster spot will be filled by Chris "Hopefully Not the Next J.D. Closser" Iannetta. The future is now!

What will become of Ardoin depends on whether he managed to learn the secret backup catchers' handshake on this (inexplicably extended) stay in the big leagues. If another team expresses interest, Colorado will probably let them have him. Otherwise, it's back to the minors. Farewell, Danny. Boy, could you not hit.